Principal Grid Modernization Engineer - Hybrid/Remote

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Grid Modernization Engineer in Paarl, Western Cape to steer the strategic evolution of the electricity grid, enabling distributed energy resources, improving reliability, and boosting efficiency. The role is hybrid, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will lead architecture, design, and deployment of ADMS, SCADA upgrades, AMI, and related communications, while mentoring teams and coordinating with regulators and partners to align

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 10 years of power systems engineering experience with a focus on grid modernization.
• Expertise in ADMS, SCADA, AMI, DNP3 and IEC 61850.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects and leading technical teams.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Hybrid work in Paarl, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term strategies for grid modernization, focusing on smart grid technologies, automation, and distributed energy resource integration.
• Lead the design and implementation of ADMS, SCADA upgrades, and communication networks.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of grid performance and recommend technological solutions.
• Oversee integration of renewables, energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure into the grid.
• Develop technical specifications and manage vendor selection processes.
• Collaborate with regulators, utility partners and internal stakeholders to align with modernization goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Manage complex projects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and high technical standards.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting grid modernization.
• Contribute to operational procedures and protocols for a modernized grid.

Skills

Grid modernization

ADMS

SCADA

AMI

DNP3

IEC 61850

Power systems engineering

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ADMS

SCADA

AMI

DNP3

IEC 61850

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Grid Modernization Engineer in Paarl, Western Cape to steer the strategic evolution of the electricity grid, enabling distributed energy resources, improving reliability, and boosting efficiency. The role is hybrid, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will lead architecture, design, and deployment of ADMS, SCADA upgrades, AMI, and related communications, while mentoring teams and coordinating with regulators and partners to align